👉 Join the FREE 3-day Going Pro Bootcamp and discover how to build a thriving art career with clarity, confidence, and authentic visibility—no hustle required.https://www.artcareeracademy.com/3-day-bootcampIn this episode of Bench Talk, Tom Gerrard sits down with Claire Bradshaw from the Art Career Academy to reflect honestly on 2025 and map out a grounded, sustainable approach to 2026 as an artist.Rather than rushing into goal setting, this conversation focuses on the power of reflection ~ looking at what actually worked, what shifted unexpectedly and how momentum is built over time in an art career.KEY TAKEAWAYS:⚡️ Why making great art is only part of building a career⚡️ How reflection creates clarity, confidence, and better decisions⚡️ The lessons learned from exhibitions, murals, relationships, and slowing down⚡️ What to consciously stop, continue, and start in 2026⚡️ How artists can plan for growth without burning out⚡️ The importance of patience, consistency, and long-term thinkingThis episode is ideal for artists who want to move forward with intention, not pressure ~ and who are ready to build a career that supports both their creativity and their life.🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts📺 Watch the full episode on YouTubeLoved this episode? Hit subscribe and give us a 5 star review. This means so much, thank you!------HOST: Tom Gerrard✦ IG | @artcareeracademy and @tom-gerrard✦ Watch on Youtube | / @artcareeracademy ✦ Website | artcareeracademy.com and tom-gerrard.comGUEST: Claire Bradshaw (Art Career Academy)✦ Instagram | @artcareeracademy @_clairebradshaw_✦ Website | https://artcareeracademy.com-------WANT MORE?👉 Get our free Visibility Guide to learn how artists are getting seen by gallerists and collectors right now! https://www.artcareeracademy.com/visibility-guide👉 Want to learn how Tom and our art students make a great income from their art? Get a copy of our free cheatsheet here; https://www.artcareeracademy.com/creative-cashflow-guide👉 Join the Going Pro waitlist for March 2026 — our signature live program for visual artists. https://www.artcareeracademy.com/waitlist🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts🎥 Watch the full conversation on YouTube